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Tools Required

GE-47716 Vac N Fill Coolant Refill Tool

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1327535  Size: SH
  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
  3. Remove the battery box air inlet duct.

  4. Object Number: 1327534  Size: SH
  5. Remove the condenser radiator fan module (CRFM) closeout panel retainers from the condenser.
  6. Remove the CRFM closeout panel from the condenser.
  7. Remove the fan assembly bolts from the radiator.
  8. Lift the fan assembly to disengage the lower retention tabs.
  9. Position the fan assembly away from the radiator.
  10. Remove the front impact bar. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement .

  11. Object Number: 948980  Size: SH
  12. Remove the CRFM bracket bolts from the radiator support.
  13. Remove the CRFM brackets from the radiator.

  14. Object Number: 1327541  Size: SH
  15. Remove the radiator inlet hose clamp from the radiator.
  16. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the radiator.

  17. Object Number: 1327549  Size: SH
  18. Remove the radiator outlet hose clamp from the radiator.
  19. Remove the radiator outlet hose from the radiator.

  20. Object Number: 1655796  Size: SH
  21. Disconnect the transmission cooler liners from the radiator.

  22. Object Number: 1655812  Size: SH
  23. Remove the bolts retaining the condenser to the radiator.
  24. Position the condenser and radiator assembly forward of the right hand front impact bar bracket.
  25. Important: Be sure to properly support the condenser after radiator removal to prevent damage to the condenser and the A/C lines.

  26. Separate the condenser from the radiator.
  27. Remove the radiator from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1655812  Size: SH
  1. Install the radiator to the vehicle.

  2. Object Number: 1654736  Size: SH
  3. Install the condenser to the radiator.
  4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the bolts to retain the top of the condenser to the radiator.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 1655796  Size: SH
  7. Connect the transmission cooler liners to the radiator.

  8. Object Number: 1327549  Size: SH
  9. Install the radiator outlet hose to the radiator.
  10. Install the radiator outlet hose clamp to the radiator.

  11. Object Number: 1327541  Size: SH
  12. Install the radiator inlet hose to the radiator.
  13. Install the radiator inlet hose clamp to the radiator.

  14. Object Number: 948980  Size: SH
  15. Install the CRFM bracket to the radiator support.
  16. Install the CRFM brackets bolts to the radiator.
  17. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  18. Install the fan assembly to the radiator.
  19. Install the fan assembly bolts to the radiator.
  20. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 1327534  Size: SH
  21. Install the front bumper impact bar. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement .
  22. Install the CRFM closeout panel to the condenser.
  23. Install the CRFM closeout panel retainers to the condenser.

  24. Object Number: 1327535  Size: SH
  25. Install the battery box air duct.
  26. Install the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
  27. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .